Author : Shaul Shaked,Joseph Naveh
Publisher : Magnes Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1993-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9652238414
Magic Spells and Formulae by Shaul Shaked,Joseph Naveh Pdf
This volume comprises a new collection of 17 Palestinian metal amulets, accompanied by 14 Babylonian incantations on earthenware bowls, and 21 magic texts from the Cairo Geniza. All texts are presented with translations, commentaries and photographs. The amulets are also reproduced in facsimile drawings. The book contains an introduction which deals with the relationship between liturgy and magic, as well as medicine and magic. There is also a glossary and detailed indices. + 80 plates